The Polar Express rings with vitality and wonder. Van Allsburg, a sculptor who entered the genre nonchalantly when he created a childrens book as a diversion from his sculpting, won the 1986 Caldecott Medal for this book, one of several award winners hes produced. And one couldnt ask for a more talented artist and writer to tell the story than Chris Van Allsburg. Newsweek One couldnt select a more delightful and exciting premise for a childrens book than the tale of a young boy lying awake on Christmas Eve only to have Santa Claus sweep by and take him on a trip with other children to the North Pole. The New York Times The sumptuous pastel effects-train lights seen through falling snow and a vertiginous overhead view, from Santas sleigh, of his popular city-make this one of Van Allsburgs most treasured visions. Horn Book Guide The Polar Express is magic indeed. American Bookseller As always, the forms are sculptured, the perspectives as dazzling as they are audacious, the colors rich and elegant, the use of light and shadow masterly. Review Quotes Even the most hardened Santa doubters might find in The Polar Express the faith to believe again.
It has also be a favorite holiday movie and been translated into stage productions that take place across the United States during the holiday season.
The Polar Express is a Caldecott Medal winner, and reading the story together is a beloved holiday tradition held by generations of families. For millions of readers around the world, this mysterious journey to the North Pole has be a beloved Christmas classic. Through dark forests, over tall mountains, and across a barren desert of ice, the Polar Express makes its way to the huge city standing alone at the top of the world, where the boy will make his Christmas wish. A young boy, lying awake one Christmas Eve, is welcomed aboard a magical train to the North Pole. Book Synopsis This oversize edition of the Caldecott Medal-winning classic The Polar Express is perfect for sharing and reading aloud.
This sturdy big book is ideal for sharing and reading aloud. About the Book For decades, this Caldecott Medal-winning picture book has been a treasured holiday classic and was the basis for the groundbreaking CGI-animated feature film from 2004 starring Tom Hanks.
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